aubrey18 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Ok, so I have been thinking about getting my CNA as a way to obtain some health care experience. However I am curious to know whether or not schools like or dislike this being that it is "nursing" assistant and not directly for physician assistants. Also, I was researching for a CNA training and I found an 18-day class but it says to become a nursing assistant... will I be a CNA or is this different from a CNA and strictly just an NA title? I am not really sure if there is a difference or what it really mean. So if anyone knows, please let me know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 CNA experience is a common way for obtaining HCE for many people applying to PA school. If you are receiving formal training in a program then I assume you will be certified. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bella00 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I received my CNA in December and have been working in a hospital since May. I have gained valuable experience as a CNA and I believe it has prepared me well for PA school, I would recommend it to anyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiggySRNA Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I worked as a nursing assistant (NA) and had the same responsibilities as the certified nursing assistant (CNA) who trained me when I got hired. I enjoyed the opportunity and have learned a ton. CNA - a person who completed a course, took, and passed the written and practical exams to become a certified nursing assistant. NA - an individual who got hired without certification...on the job training provided. Both have the same responsibilities at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaSlugPA Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Ive been looking into doing a CNA program as well. I would rather do a medical assistant program, but I don't want to do a program that will take a year and have to shell out thousands of dollars for. From the research i've done CNA is considered good experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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